Economic burden of becoming a dentist in Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To determine the overall estimated financial impact and related expenses incurred over the duration of the undergraduate Dental Degree in Thailand.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among all 658 dental undergraduates in Mahidol University, Thailand. Data was collected through a self-administered questionnaire, including the following information: (1) "Background and Demographics": household income, hometown, residence during study and source(s) of any financial aid received; (2) "Living Expenses": Living costs including food, transportation, rent, utility bills, and recreational expenses; (3) "Education related expenses": Including textbooks, stationeries, uniforms, and student activities fees. A cost-median was used as a baseline representation for

SUBMITTER: Tussanapirom T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9918459 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature